From e7ade0805b997c848d49c7b559d322ff73b3b055 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Giacomo Sanchietti Date: Thu, 28 May 2026 16:24:20 +0200 Subject: [PATCH 1/3] docs: note community access for updates and ldap --- subscription.rst | 4 ++++ updates.rst | 4 ++-- users_databases.rst | 4 ++-- 3 files changed, 8 insertions(+), 4 deletions(-) diff --git a/subscription.rst b/subscription.rst index 35558aae..b1f68448 100644 --- a/subscription.rst +++ b/subscription.rst @@ -25,6 +25,10 @@ Typical benefits of the subscription service include: - **Support**: subscribers can receive priority support on stable releases. This can be crucial for businesses relying on NethSecurity for their operations. See also :ref:`remote_support-section`. - **Consultation and customization**: subscribers could get consultation services and assistance with customization to tailor the server's functionalities according to specific business requirements. +.. note:: + + Community subscriptions also include automatic package updates and remote LDAP user databases. + It's important to note that while a subscription might not be required for normal use, businesses with specific needs or those seeking additional support and features might find value in subscribing to NethSecurity offer. .. _register_subscription-section: diff --git a/updates.rst b/updates.rst index fbfff3b8..ffe4f1e4 100644 --- a/updates.rst +++ b/updates.rst @@ -75,9 +75,9 @@ After the upgrade, ensure that the system has internet access, then restore the Automatic package updates ========================= -.. admonition:: Subscription required +.. admonition:: Community or Enterprise subscription required - This feature is available only if the firewall has a valid subscription. + This feature is available if the firewall has a valid Community or Enterprise subscription. Automatic updates for packages can be enabled from the ``Update`` section under the ``System`` menu, by enabling the ``Automatic updates`` option. Updates are checked daily and, if available, they are automatically downloaded and installed. diff --git a/users_databases.rst b/users_databases.rst index bf01d2e8..3aa79bf0 100644 --- a/users_databases.rst +++ b/users_databases.rst @@ -36,9 +36,9 @@ The user must have a password set. Remote databases ================ -.. admonition:: Subscription required +.. admonition:: Community or Enterprise subscription required - This feature is available only if the firewall has a valid subscription. + This feature is available if the firewall has a valid Community or Enterprise subscription. The administrator can extend the capabilities of the firewall by adding new remote databases. Remote databases allow the firewall to authenticate users against an external LDAP server, such as Active Directory or OpenLDAP. From fc6f1ee76d7672d1fe7ae51e61dc0c41b36bcb23 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Giacomo Sanchietti Date: Thu, 28 May 2026 16:29:15 +0200 Subject: [PATCH 2/3] docs: soften community availability notes --- updates.rst | 4 ++-- users_databases.rst | 4 ++-- 2 files changed, 4 insertions(+), 4 deletions(-) diff --git a/updates.rst b/updates.rst index ffe4f1e4..0d7f4ac3 100644 --- a/updates.rst +++ b/updates.rst @@ -75,9 +75,9 @@ After the upgrade, ensure that the system has internet access, then restore the Automatic package updates ========================= -.. admonition:: Community or Enterprise subscription required +.. note:: No subscription required - This feature is available if the firewall has a valid Community or Enterprise subscription. + Starting from NethSecurity 8.8, this feature is available even without a subscription. Automatic updates for packages can be enabled from the ``Update`` section under the ``System`` menu, by enabling the ``Automatic updates`` option. Updates are checked daily and, if available, they are automatically downloaded and installed. diff --git a/users_databases.rst b/users_databases.rst index 3aa79bf0..aee38fff 100644 --- a/users_databases.rst +++ b/users_databases.rst @@ -36,9 +36,9 @@ The user must have a password set. Remote databases ================ -.. admonition:: Community or Enterprise subscription required +.. note:: No subscription required - This feature is available if the firewall has a valid Community or Enterprise subscription. + Starting from NethSecurity 8.8, this feature is available even without a subscription. The administrator can extend the capabilities of the firewall by adding new remote databases. Remote databases allow the firewall to authenticate users against an external LDAP server, such as Active Directory or OpenLDAP. From bdacc8e2759da6f3f5a1f9513828f1b28c17cd5d Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Giacomo Sanchietti Date: Thu, 28 May 2026 16:30:11 +0200 Subject: [PATCH 3/3] Apply suggestion from @gsanchietti --- subscription.rst | 4 ---- 1 file changed, 4 deletions(-) diff --git a/subscription.rst b/subscription.rst index b1f68448..35558aae 100644 --- a/subscription.rst +++ b/subscription.rst @@ -25,10 +25,6 @@ Typical benefits of the subscription service include: - **Support**: subscribers can receive priority support on stable releases. This can be crucial for businesses relying on NethSecurity for their operations. See also :ref:`remote_support-section`. - **Consultation and customization**: subscribers could get consultation services and assistance with customization to tailor the server's functionalities according to specific business requirements. -.. note:: - - Community subscriptions also include automatic package updates and remote LDAP user databases. - It's important to note that while a subscription might not be required for normal use, businesses with specific needs or those seeking additional support and features might find value in subscribing to NethSecurity offer. .. _register_subscription-section: